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The University of Queensland

Bachelor of Communication/Bachelor of Journalism

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia

Level
Bachelor
Duration
4F or 8P
Campus
St Lucia (QLD)
Intl. Tuition
A$48,080 (2027-28)
Intake
February 2027

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Arts and design graduates build portfolio careers as practitioners, educators, creative directors and arts administrators, combining creative practice with commercial and community-facing work.

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Student life (indicative)

Brisbane offers a sunny, outdoorsy student lifestyle with a rapidly growing food and arts scene, easy access to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, and a relaxed, friendly pace compared to Sydney or Melbourne.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
57,130
Staff Ratio
13.0:1
International
39.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
80.0%
of graduates employed
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
A$48,080
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

For additional information about the admissions criteria for UQ and for this course, refer to UQ's website. | English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C)

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

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Campus & City Life

Student Population
57,130
Total students
Staff Ratio
13:1
Students per staff
International Students
39%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual

Student Life & City (indicative)

Brisbane offers a sunny, outdoorsy student lifestyle with a rapidly growing food and arts scene, easy access to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, and a relaxed, friendly pace compared to Sydney or Melbourne.

What Students Love

  • Beach lifestyle
  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Vibrant nightlife & bars
  • Great café culture

University Stats

Total Students57,130
Student-to-Staff Ratio13:1
International Students39%
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
80%
Employed after graduation
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Arts and design graduates build portfolio careers as practitioners, educators, creative directors and arts administrators, combining creative practice with commercial and community-facing work.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Engineering
  • Healthcare
  • Agriculture

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
A$48,080
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Total Programme Cost
A$192,320
For full 4F or 8P

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Higher

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Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)A$48,080per year, 2027-28 Official fee page